2007 BMW 318 vs. 1986 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Reliant SE6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1986 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 318 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
